Lindstrom, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Lindstrom is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 4,933. Residents earn $99,844 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
4,933 Population 1,291/sq mi density
$99,844 Median Income $42,721 per capita
$336,800 Home Value $383,164 Zillow
$954 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$99,844 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$336,800 home value, $954/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,844
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $336,800
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Lindstrom Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,933
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,291/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,844
Per Capita$42,721
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$2,242M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$336,800
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$383,164

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation904 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+95.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Lindstrom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lindstrom receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lindstrom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lindstrom is $99,844, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Lindstrom among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lindstrom is $336,800, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lindstrom has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lindstrom has a population of 4,933 with a density of 1,291 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

4,933
Total Population
1,291
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lindstrom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lindstrom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lindstrom is $99,844, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lindstrom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,844
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$84,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,401
County GDP$2,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare155
Retail158
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lindstrom is $336,800, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $383,164.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$336,800
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$383,164
Median List Price$450,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$450,000
$/Sq Ft$146
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,000

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Lindstrom, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lindstrom vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death5,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities155

Crime Rates: Lindstrom vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Lindstrom has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall51.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation904 ft (276 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density1,291/sq mi
Coordinates45.3858°N, 92.8437°W
County FIPS27025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,291/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants93
Retail Stores158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home13.1%

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